Description
A creamy and comforting dish that combines Cajun spices with tender chicken and rice, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Thyme
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chilli Powder
- 800 g Chicken Breast (cut into halves)
- 1.5 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 25 g Grass Fed Butter for Cooking
- 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped)
- 4–5 Garlic Cloves (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp Cajun Seasoning Mix
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- 15 g Grass Fed Butter
- 250 ml Milk
- 150 g Light Cream Cheese
- 40 g Parmesan
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine the chicken breast pieces with Cajun seasoning and olive oil in a glass container. Coat well, seal, and refrigerate overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a pan over medium-high heat, melt the grass-fed butter, and sear the chicken until crispy and golden. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, sauté chopped red onion and chopped garlic until fragrant. Add any leftover Cajun seasoning and toss in day-old rice, mixing until coated with flavors.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat, add remaining butter, and gradually whisk in milk, adding light cream cheese and Parmesan to create a smooth sauce.
- Assemble the Dish: Plate the Cajun rice, top with sliced chicken, drizzle creamy sauce over, and finish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap chicken for chickpeas or tofu, and use vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken, creamy chicken, weeknight dinner, family meal, protein-rich dish